Bengaluru to New Delhi (BLR–DEL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
BLR–DEL is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. Air India, IndiGo and Akasa Air lead the route. The flight covers 1,062 miles in approximately 2h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AI Air India Also: ET, LH, LX, MS, SQ, SV | 138 | 32N, 788, 7M8 | 2h45-3h | – | Star Alliance | ET, LH, LX, MS, SQ, SV |
| 6E IndiGo Also: A3, AF, JL, KL, QF, TK, VS | 112 | 32Q | 2h45-3h | – | – | A3, AF, JL, KL, QF, TK, VS |
| QP Akasa Air | 39 | 7M8 | 2h45-2h55 | – | – | – |
| IX Air India Express | 21 | 320, 32N, 7M8 | 2h40-2h50 | – | – | – |
| SG SpiceJet | 8 | 73H, 73J | 2h50-2h56 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach New Delhi from Bengaluru
| Metric | BLR→DEL | TIR→DEL | CJB→DEL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from BLR | – | 127 mi | 156 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 598 | 3 | 42 |
| Flight time | 2h 50m | 2h 40m | 2h 55m |
Travel Essentials
BLR: IST · DEL: IST
When it's 6:00 PM in Bengaluru, it's 6:00 PM in New Delhi.
Namma Metro's Yellow Line (RV Road to Bommasandra, with airport extension) opened in phases; confirm current operational status and fares before travel. BMTC Vayu Vajra (Big10) airport buses run from multiple city points for INR 250–320 and take 45–90 minutes depending on traffic.Ola and Uber from the city centre to the airport cost INR 600–1,000 and take 45–75 minutes in normal traffic. Bengaluru is notorious for severe traffic congestion, especially on Bellary Road and the BIAL access road; allow substantial buffer time during peak hours (08:00–10:30 and 17:30–21:00). Prepaid taxis also operate from the terminal.
Airport Express Metro from T3 to New Delhi Railway Station (18–20 min, ₹60) runs 5am–11:30pm. T1 (domestic departures) has a free shuttle to T3 for the metro. Prepaid taxi booths in arrivals offer fixed fares; the New Delhi railway area is ₹400–600.Ola and Uber are reliable from DEL and often cheaper than prepaid taxis. Delhi traffic is severe; plan 60–90 minutes for surface transport during peak hours even though the airport is only 15 km from Connaught Place. NH-48 expressway provides the main access road.
Semi-arid climate with extreme seasonal variation. Summers (April–June) are extremely hot (38–46°C). Heat affects ground crew capacity but flights operate normally. Monsoon season (July–September) brings heavy rain and severe thunderstorms that frequently cause delays and diversions. Dust storms (andhi) precede monsoon onset in May–June and reduce visibility to near zero within minutes.
Dense fog is the most disruptive winter condition. December and January bring persistent cold fog (5–10°C with near-zero visibility) that can shut down operations for hours each morning. Delhi is one of the foggiest major airports in Asia during this period. Autumn (October–November) and spring (February–March) are the most flight-stable windows.
BLR–DEL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Bengaluru to New Delhi
BLR–DEL mirrors the inbound tech corridor in volume, with seven carriers operating 364 weekly northbound departures. The route reflects the regular flow of India's technology workforce between Bengaluru's IT campuses and Delhi's government and corporate headquarters. IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet, and Vistara all compete, with competitive fares and multiple departure windows throughout the day.
Delhi as India's Primary International Hub
For Bengaluru-based travelers accessing international routes, Delhi's IGI offers the widest range of global connections including long-haul to North America, Europe, and East Asia. The BLR–DEL segment is therefore a common first leg for complex international itineraries, complementing BLR's own direct Middle East and UK connections.